Area Code 5549 – New Kakhovka, Kherson
The phone area code for New Kakhovka, Kherson is 5549 (international format +3805549). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of New Kakhovka, Kherson
Geographic Overview
The Ukrainian national destination code 5549 is assigned to the geographic area of New Kakhovka (Nova Kakhovka) in the Kherson Oblast of southern Ukraine. This code follows the ITU-T E.164 numbering plan and is used for fixed-line PSTN services within the city and its surrounding administrative district. New Kakhovka is located on the left bank of the Dnipro River, near the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant, and serves as an important industrial and energy hub in the region.
Dialing Formats
To call a New Kakhovka fixed-line number from within Ukraine, subscribers must dial the national trunk prefix 0, followed by the area code 5549 and the subscriber's 5-digit local number. For example, a local number 12345 would be dialed as 0 5549 12345 domestically. From abroad, callers must use the international access prefix (typically 00 or +), followed by Ukraine's country code 380, the area code without the leading zero (5549), and the 5-digit local number. Thus, the international format becomes +380 5549 12345.
Geographic Coverage and Jurisdiction
The 5549 code covers the city of New Kakhovka and the adjacent settlements within the Kakhovka Raion (district). This includes localities such as Tavriisk and other nearby villages that rely on the same fixed-line infrastructure. The code is administered by the Ukrainian national regulator, the National Commission for State Regulation of Communications and Informatization (NCCIR), and is allocated to local fixed-line operators serving the area.
Caller Instructions
For local callers within New Kakhovka, short-dialing (without the area code) may be possible for calls within the same exchange, but it is recommended to always use the full national format to avoid misdialing. For international callers, ensure you have the correct country and area codes, and note that call charges may vary depending on your service provider. For callers within Ukraine but outside the 5549 area, you must include the trunk prefix 0 before the area code. As with all geographic numbers in Ukraine, the number length is fixed at 9 digits after the country code (including the area code and subscriber number).
Important Notes
Due to the ongoing conflict in the region, some fixed-line services may be disrupted or rerouted. However, the numbering plan remains unchanged, and operators are working to maintain connectivity. Always verify the current status with your service provider if you experience issues.